Books by Kari Schuetz

Walruses have big tusks under hairy mustaches. These animals use their long teeth to fight or lift themselves out of the water. Walruses have thick skin and a lot of blubber. They can weigh more than 3,000 pounds (1,361 kilograms)! Find out more about these massive creatures in this book for beginning readers.

Clownfish have mastered the art of friendship. These striped fish form a special bond with sea anemones. They help each other survive. Clownfish enjoy the sea anemone's protection and leftover food. In return, they will chase away animals or eat pests that harm sea anemones. In this fascinating title, young readers will learn all about clownfish, from their coloring to their home range and more.

The shih tzu might be the Rapunzel of the dog world. The little dog is sometimes more hair than body, especially at a dog show! If the flowing locks alone dont impress young readers, the shih tzus royal roots and fairytale-like comeback from near disappearance will.

Packed with less of a punch than a tiny honeybee, tarantula bites are merely harmless to humans. Their large, fuzzy bodies and legs send some squirming, but these bugs are misunderstood. Get educated on the life of these spiders in this title that will have emergent readers crawling for more!

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces mealworms to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

Beware of their bite! Equipped to harm plants, animals, and people, fire ants are aggressive. Victims will tell you their bite stings and leaves a noticeable mark. Anything that disturbs a fire ants mound will be attacked. Learn all about these busy workers in this interesting title for young students.

This one-hundred-legged insect has been around for nearly 400 million years. Creepy crawly centipedes share roots with lobsters, shrimp, and crayfish. Scurry along in this informative title for beginning readers.

For monarch butterflies, the crisp air of fall signals a time for change. Along with the changing colors of the trees, the skies are filled with these bright orange insects as they make their way to warmer weather. Monarchs delicate wings help them glide with the southern wind during their migration to Mexico. This book contains vibrant photos and marked maps allow readers to become immersed in the lives of monarch butterflies.

"Images accompany information about Roanoke. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

"Images accompany information about Bodie. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

-Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to life in a tropical rain forest. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade---

Barren land, little rainfall, and deadly temperatures are well-known features of deserts. But did you know that many desert plants have long root systems that grow in search of water? Plants and animals have to adapt in order to survive. Some plants grow waxy leaves to hold in water, and many animals store fat in a hump or tail. In this title, beginning readers will learn all about deserts and how life develops in extreme conditions.

He created smiles that went on for miles by spending his time writing endless rhymes. Dr. Seuss has produced many American classics, including The Cat in the Hat, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, and Green Eggs and Ham. Learn all about one of the worlds favorite doctors in this beginner book.